Asian Americans for Equality Is Hiring A Business Advisor Support Intern

Exciting Internship Opportunity Supporting Small Businesses in NYC 🚀

Join Renaissance Economic Development Corporation (REDC) as a Business Advisor Support Intern and gain hands-on experience in community development, small business financing, and economic empowerment across NYC.

Position Summary

REDC, a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented intern to support our Business Advisor team in serving NYC's diverse small businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for students or early-career professionals interested in economic development, community impact, and access-to-capital initiatives. The intern will help with business counseling, loan application assistance, community outreach, and learn how REDC supports low-to-moderate income businesses.

Key Responsibilities (Support Role) 📝

• Participate in outreach activities across NYC, including events, tabling, and partner engagement.
• Provide translation and interpretation (Mandarin Chinese ↔ English) during client meetings and workshops, as needed.
• Assist Business Advisors with client intake, scheduling, and follow-up communications.
• Support the preparation of loan application packages by gathering documentation and organizing files.
• Maintain accurate client records in Salesforce and support data entry and reporting tasks.
• Develop and distribute workshop and marketing materials on topics like financial literacy, digital marketing, and business planning.
• Conduct basic market research and collect community resource information to enhance REDC’s services.
• Shadow Business Advisors to learn about counseling, small business operations, and loan processing processes.

What We’re Looking For 🎯

• Current student or recent graduate in Business, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, or related fields (preferred).
• Interest in economic development, community impact, entrepreneurship, and small business finance.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent communication abilities; detail-oriented.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Suite; Salesforce or CRM experience a plus (training provided).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a mission-driven team.
• Commitment to supporting diverse low-to-moderate income communities.
• Willingness to work in person in Flushing and occasionally travel across NYC boroughs.
• Fluent in Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written) – required.

What You’ll Gain 🌟

• Hands-on experience with a mission-driven nonprofit CDFI.
• Exposure to small business counseling, lending processes, and financial education.
• Opportunity to strengthen bilingual communication skills.
• Networking with entrepreneurs, community leaders, and finance professionals.
• Mentorship and potential pathways for future roles in business advising, community development, or economic inclusion.

Internship Details 📅

• Schedule: Flexible; part-time (10-15 hours/week during the semester), full-time in summer.
• Compensation: Paid hourly (commensurate with experience).
• Location: On-site in NYC area.

Our Work Philosophy 🤝

At REDC, we are dedicated to empowering communities through innovation, accountability, and collaboration. We prioritize community service, strategic thinking, and respecting diverse perspectives. We foster a positive, inclusive work environment focused on growth and impact.

• Support a safe and healthy work environment
• Value diversity and collaborative teamwork
• Maintain a positive, helpful attitude

About Us 🌎

Renaissance Economic Development Corporation aims to transform low-to-moderate income communities and under-resourced entrepreneurs throughout the NY Metro Area by providing affordable loans, training, and counseling services. We are a certified CDFI, SBA Intermediary Microlender, and SBA Community Advantage lender serving NYC, Long Island, the Mid-Hudson Valley, and New Jersey.

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